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CPB, Poynter Expand Digital Training Program
Applications are open for the virtual program, which starts in January
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Business and Law
FCC Hits 13 Landlords in NYC Metro Area With Pirate Letters
Enforcement sweeps allege illegal FM broadcasts within the last year
Business and Law
FCC OKs New Pre-Sunrise, Post-Sunset Authorizations for AMs
It has not issued such authorizations since 2007
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Manny Centeno Is New IPAWS Director
He succeeds Antwane Johnson, who retired earlier this year
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At Prometheus, LPFM Is About Community
Access still isn’t easy, but Bame and Floyd feel the service largely has met...
Business and Law
NAB Says EAS Modernization Requires a Software-Based Approach
The group wants to provide another option to supplement "obsolete" hardware
Business and Law
Groups Ask FCC to Wait on Collection of EEO Data
Expecting to prevail in court, opponents told the FCC they face "irreperable" constitutional injuries
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Can Radio Keep Its Home Between the Pillars?
Monster “pillar to pillar” dashboard screens and other large displays are raising the stakes...
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FM Educational Station Totals Continue to Grow
The FCC released its mid-year data for the number of broadcast stations of various...
Business and Law
FM Radio Duplication Rule Kicks Back in on Aug. 2
The FCC said stations planning to ask for a waiver should do so early
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Dielectric’s Christine Zuba Retires After 49 Years
Sales leader leaves legacy of engineering expertise and strong relationships
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Radio’s In-Car Prominence Is an Indicator of Industry Health
Broadcasters cite pros and cons of the medium at WorldDAB Automotive
Business and Law
No LPFM for Fort Lauderdale Church
The commission said its application lacked the necessary engineering exhibit
Business and Law
AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act to Receive Minor Technical Update
There will be no substantive changes to the legislation
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CPB Invites More Applications for Warning Grants
Public stations get another crack at NGWS money
Business and Law
FCC Commissioners Weigh New Cyber Requirements
Draft rules would require stations to implement cyber risk plans
Business and Law
Nationwide EAS Test Numbers Improve
Problems remain with outdated software and test performance in U.S. territories
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Texas AM Station Embraces Radio.Cloud Model
KYST “heavily reduces their hardware footprint”
Business and Law
Hawaii Broadcasters Oppose Governor on Media Blackouts
Existing law allows state officials to suspend electronic media in emergencies
Business and Law
TuneIn Signs Partnership With Carmaker GWM
Great Wall Motor Co. will offer Tunein in certain models in Australia and Europe
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WorldCast LPFM Transmitters Receive FCC Certification
Its 100- and 300-watt models are suitable for LPFM use
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Jeremy Preece Launches New Engineering Consulting Operation
Former EMF director of engineering is offering maintenance and project-based services
Business and Law
Would AM Mandate Force Carmakers to Scrap Safety Features?
Opponents play up the possibility that carmakers would have to choose
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ZTransform Adds Butler to Management Team
New hire says the company "has the buzz of a start-up"
Business and Law
Aiir Acquires Radio News AI
Software company picks up an audio AI tool for radio applications
Business and Law
FCC Asks for Comments About a New FM Station Class
Rosenworcel and Saurer suggested that C4 proponents file a new petition
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Bustos Will Use Geotargeting in Seattle
The company has filed to build boosters with a plan to deploy ZoneCasting
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Broadcast Engineering Icon Richard Burden Dies at 92
His legacy includes important work on FM stereo and the TIS system
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U.S. Radio Begins to Explore FM Geotargeting
What should we expect, now that the first stations have applied?
Business and Law
$25K Penalty Upheld Against Florida LPFM
FCC tried again to inspect WJUP but the station was uncooperative
Business and Law
GBS Asks FCC to Finalize Geotargeting Rules
ZoneCasting developer hopes commission is open to expanding hourly time limit
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Chicago Public Media Opens New Studios on Navy Pier
These facilities serve WBEZ(FM) and the Chicago Sun-Times
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How Do We Maintain DAB+ Radio’s Prominence in the Car?
Harrison: Rich user experience, simplicity and partnerships are keys to success
News and Business
DAB Stations Need to Clean Up Their Act in the Car, Says Ford Exec
Frank Nowack says stations need to focus on audio quality, metadata and consistency
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Bierhorst: Communication Is Key for Future of Digital Radio
The WorldDAB president kicked off an industry event in Prague on June 13
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Audio Still Tops for In-Car Entertainment
However, latest DTS/Xperi survey sees gains for video, gaming
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WorldCast Expects LPFM Certification Shortly
REC Networks advised clients to wait for lab certification
Business and Law
FCC Reinstates Radio Duplication Rule for Commercial FM Stations
Regulations eliminated four years ago are put back into place